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Mina

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By Matthew Forsythe
New York : Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, 2022. Picture Book. 

Mina is a young mouse who loves to sit quietly with a good book. Mina's father is her opposite, a daring explorer of the surrounding forest who is always bringing home surprises.  He has one wild idea after the other, while Mina patiently endures (or barely notices) his misadventures. However, when he brings home a "squirrel," her father may have finally gone too far! 

Mina is a laugh out loud romp, that will appeal to all ages. It charmingly deals with topics like trust and loyalty in a way that will keep young readers engaged. The vivid illustrations only add to its engaging appeal. As you're swept along in the story, there is always some new detail to draw your eye amidst the bold color palette. This book is a new classic, and you'll want to return to it year after year. 







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Ramona said…
The grands (ages 5 and 3) and I loved this one!
May 17, 2022 at 12:28 PM
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